Detroit ABOUNDS in fantastic cheap eats and what follows is only a small handful of some of our favorite local dishes for under $10. If there are any you love that we should know about, send your cheap eats nominations to dining@metrotimes.com.

Ham sandwich | Mike’s Ham Place | $7 Southwest | 3700 Michigan Ave | 313-894-6922 Mike’s Famous Ham Place is well known for legendary, melt-in-your-mouth, salt, delicious pork. While the menu has plenty to offer, if you going to go ham might we suggest the good ol’e standby of the Ham sandwich? Packed with enough meat to satisfy two, or one if loving. (Photo: tandembicycle, via Instagram) Credit: tandembicycle/Instagram
Pho | Pho Lucky | Regular $9.43 Detroit | 3111 Woodward Ave. | (313) 338-3895 Pho is a Vietnamese dish with broth, rice noodles and an assortment of meat and herbs. At Pho Lucky, there are a dozen different pho options to choose from. (Photo: Bill W., via Yelp)
Vegetarian thali meal | Phulkari Punjabi Kitchen | $8 Madison Heights | 27707 Dequindre Rd | (248) 541-3562 Looking for something in the meatless variety? Look no further than the Vegetarian Thali Meal from Phulkari Punjabi Kitchen. (Photo: threegirlsonesalad, via Instagram)
Tacos | Taquiera Lupitas | $2.00 Detroit | 3443 Bagley Ave | (313) 843-1105 Authentic Mexico food on the cheapy, whether you want tacos, burritos, and everything in-between. No alcohol served here, but who needs that when TACOS. (Photo: Skighwalker, via Instagram)
Half chicken | Taqueria El Rey | $7 Detroit | 4730 W. Vernor | (313) 357-3094 There is no better way to spend $7 than on a meal complete with five pieces of chicken, rice, beans, tortillas and salsa. (Photo: Yelp user Chris M.)
Tacos | Alley Taco | $2.00 Detroit | 4614 2nd Ave | (313) 833-0672 Quick, fresh, quality and all without breaking the bank. Alley Taco, located in the back of Marcus Market, serves a good taco for a fair price. (Photo: Walbycon, via Instagram)
Mystery meat sliders |Green Dot Stables | $3 Detroit | 2200 West Lafayette Blvd | (313) 962-5588 Mystery as in it’s a different sandwich every day, not as in no one know’s why type of meat it is. Your server will gladly tell you what they are serving that specific day. (Photo: Mac R., via Yelp)
Deviled eggs 4-ways |Checker Bar | $2.50 Detroit | 124 Cadillac Sq. | (313) 961-9249 Simple yet delicious; traditional, jalapeno, BLT, and lobster topped deviled eggs. (Photo: msupplyco, via Instagram)
Bagel sandwiches |New York Bagel Ferndale | 23316 Woodward Ave., (248) 548-2580 All served on the finest, freshest, and tastiest bagels in metro-Detroit, with plenty of breakfast and lunch options. All sandwiches come with a pickle and side of coleslaw for that classic deli style combo. (Photo: zachgedda, via Instagram)
Comet Hamburger |Comet Burger | $1.75-3.99 Royal oak | 207 S. Main St., (248) 414-4567 The single, double, and monster hamburgers are some of the greasiest and tastiest sliders around. Definitely a staple for every local partier on a budget. (Photo: ruckerfly89, via Instagram)
Carolina Pulled Pork Sandwich | Woodpile BBQ Shack | $9 Clawson | 303 Main St. | (248) 565-8149 Perfect for a cheap yet heavy and filling lunch. Simple menu and presentation with wondrous results. (Photo:
Tacos | Imperial | $2/ $3 Ferndale | 22828 Woodward Ave. | (248) 850-8060 Tacos, off all varieties, always on point. Rotating list of veggie and special options, and a few stand bys like Carne Asada and Pastor. (Photo: andapanda7701, via Instagram)
Corned beef and Swiss egg rolls | Asian Corned Beef | $3.01/egg roll Detroit | 2847 E. 7 Mile Rd. | (313) 893-1650 Corned beef and asian cuisine don’t usually go together, but they’re staples on the menu at Asian Corned Beef. Try the corned beef and swiss egg roll, it’s an interesting combo but you’ll thank us once you try it. (Photo: Yelp user MyThy H.)
Cheeseburgers and Coneys | Brayz Burgers | $1 Cheeseburger (Wed.) Coneys (Tues.) Hazel Park | 22941 Dequindre Rd | (248) 541-8878 You’re hungry, you have $5 in your wallet, but you still want something tastey, well if this happens to you on a Wednesday or a Tuesday then head over to Brayz Burgers, for $1 Cheeseburgers and Coneys. (Photo: Ricky D., via Yelp)
Arroz con granules & pernil | Rincon Tropical | $8 Detroit | 6538 Michigan Ave | (313) 334-8526 Rincon Tropical delivers rich Puerto Rican food, with a stand out dish of Arroz con Granules & Pernil. Essential it is a dish of rice, pigeon peas, and pork on the side. Devilishly delectable. (Photo: rincontropicaldetroit, via Instagram)
Combo #2 | Little Bros. | $5.89 Royal Oak | 201 W 4th St | (248) 414-4541 Despite the name little bros. The burgers are anything but, if you want a thick and juicy burger, get your patootie down to Royal Oak. (Photo: railandanchor, via Instagram)
Shawarma | Harmonie Garden | $9.99 Detroit | 4707 Anthony Wayne Dr. | (313) 638-2345 Served with a side of rice or fries, hummus, salad, and pita, this is definitely the best and most bang-for-your-buck shawarma around (sorry Bucharest). Perfect healthy meal for average Wayne State student budget. (Photo: Sarah R., via Yelp)
Gyro | Golden Fleece | $7.95 Detroit | 525 Monroe St | (313) 962-7093 Golden Fleece is nestled into the heart of Greektown but won’t break your wallet like other trendy downtown eateries. Their classic style gyro and chicken sandwiches are a great choice for a quick and easy meal. (Photo: chadexfactory, via Instagram)
Chicken 65 |Biryani Express | $6 Sterling Heights | 34726 Dequindre Rd | (248) 602-2001 If you stop by Biryani Express, you have to get the Chicken 65. Odd name, but great flavor. Described as “Fun Finger Foods”, this chicken dish will be have you licking your fingers to get all that taste. (Photo: Raghari P., via Yelp)
Pupusas | Pupusería y Restaurante Salvadoreño | $2.50/pupusa Detroit | 3149 Livernois Ave. | (313) 899-4020 A pupusa is a flat pancake stuffed with an assortment of different meats and/or cheeses. The menu is extensive and the possible combinations are limitless. (Photo: Credit: Facebook
Chicken ghallaba | Yemen Cafe | $9 Hamtramck | 8740 Joseph Campau St. | (313) 871-4349 A halal eatery specializing in middle eastern cuisine and Yemen delicacies, you can’t go wrong with Yemen Cafe.
The Deli Slice | Dan & Vi’s Pizza Deli | $3/slice Detroit | 5951 Chene St. | (313) 924-6077 The Deli Slice is a sandwich and pizza experience unlike any other. Instead of an italian sub sandwiched with bread, Dan & Vi’s serves the inside of an italian sub wrapped in their delicious pizza. (Photo: Phoebe J., via Yelp)

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